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Table of Contents About this manual...7 Conventions used in this manual 8 Icons...8 Typography...8 Safety precautions...9 Using your Notebook PC 9 Caring for your Notebook PC 10 Proper disposal...11 Chapter 1: Hardware Setup Getting to know your Notebook PC 14 Top View...14 Bottom...18 Right Side...20 Left Side...21 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC Getting started...26 Charge your Notebook PC 26 Lift to open the display panel 28 Press the power button 28 Using the touchpad 29 Using the keyboard...36 HotKeys...36 Function keys...37 Notebook PC E-Manual 3
Table of Contents About this manual...7 Conventions used in this manual 8 Icons...8 Typography...8 Safety precautions...9 Using your Notebook PC 9 Caring for your Notebook PC 10 Proper disposal...11 Chapter 1: Hardware Setup Getting to know your Notebook PC 14 Top View...14 Bottom...18 Right Side...20 Left Side...21 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC Getting started...26 Charge your Notebook PC 26 Lift to open the display panel 28 Press the power button 28 Using the touchpad 29 Using the keyboard...36 HotKeys...36 Function keys...37 Notebook PC E-Manual 3
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... Snap hotspots...48 Action Center...50 Other keyboard shortcuts 51 Connecting to wireless networks 53 Wi-Fi...53 Bluetooth...54 Airplane mode...55 Turning your Notebook PC off 56 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 57 Chapter 4: Power-On Self-Test (POST) The Power-On Self-Test (POST 60 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot 60 BIOS...60 Accessing BIOS...60 BIOS Settings...61 Recovering your system 68 Performing a recovery option 69 4 Notebook PC E-Manual
... Snap hotspots...48 Action Center...50 Other keyboard shortcuts 51 Connecting to wireless networks 53 Wi-Fi...53 Bluetooth...54 Airplane mode...55 Turning your Notebook PC off 56 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 57 Chapter 4: Power-On Self-Test (POST) The Power-On Self-Test (POST 60 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot 60 BIOS...60 Accessing BIOS...60 BIOS Settings...61 Recovering your system 68 Performing a recovery option 69 4 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... chapters: Chapter 1: Hardware Setup This chapter details the hardware components of your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 7 Chapter 4: Power-On Self-Test (POST) This chapter shows you how to use the different parts of using Windows® 10 in your Notebook PC. Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC. Appendices This section includes notices and safety statements for maintaining and fixing common issues with Windows® 10...
... chapters: Chapter 1: Hardware Setup This chapter details the hardware components of your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 7 Chapter 4: Power-On Self-Test (POST) This chapter shows you how to use the different parts of using Windows® 10 in your Notebook PC. Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC. Appendices This section includes notices and safety statements for maintaining and fixing common issues with Windows® 10...
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... Notebook PC near your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Do not place objects on or near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Do not use your Notebook PC to dusty environments. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Notebook PC using...
... Notebook PC near your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Do not place objects on or near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Do not use your Notebook PC to dusty environments. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Notebook PC using...
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... keyboard layout differs by model or territory. It also enables you to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your Notebook PC's keyboard. NOTE: For more details, refer to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. Function key lock indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is activated. Using capital lock allows you to use the function keys, allows quick access to the Using the keyboard section in this manual. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys...
... keyboard layout differs by model or territory. It also enables you to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your Notebook PC's keyboard. NOTE: For more details, refer to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. Function key lock indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is activated. Using capital lock allows you to use the function keys, allows quick access to the Using the keyboard section in this manual. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys...
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You can also use this port to connect amplified speakers or headphones. Headphone/Headset/Microphone jack This port allows you to connect your headset or an external microphone. Right Side Memory card reader This built-in memory card reader supports SD card formats. USB 2.0 port The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, flash disk drives, external HDDs, speakers, cameras and printers. 20 Notebook PC E-Manual
You can also use this port to connect amplified speakers or headphones. Headphone/Headset/Microphone jack This port allows you to connect your headset or an external microphone. Right Side Memory card reader This built-in memory card reader supports SD card formats. USB 2.0 port The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, flash disk drives, external HDDs, speakers, cameras and printers. 20 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... power supply, unplug your Notebook PC is connected to disassemble and reassemble the battery (for non-removable battery only). • Discontinue usage if leakage is replaced by an incorrect type. • Do not dispose of properly. • Keep the battery and other small components away from the power socket. We strongly recommend that you use a grounded wall socket while using your Notebook PC on power adapter mode...
... power supply, unplug your Notebook PC is connected to disassemble and reassemble the battery (for non-removable battery only). • Discontinue usage if leakage is replaced by an incorrect type. • Do not dispose of properly. • Keep the battery and other small components away from the power socket. We strongly recommend that you use a grounded wall socket while using your Notebook PC on power adapter mode...
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Using the keyboard HotKeys The HotKeys on your Notebook PC's keyboard can trigger the following commands: Turns the speaker on or off Turns the speaker volume down Turns the speaker volume up Decreases display brightness Increases display brightness Enables or disables the touchpad Adjusts brightness for the backlit keyboard Toggles the display mode NOTE: Ensure that the second display is connected to your Notebook PC. 36 Notebook PC E-Manual
Using the keyboard HotKeys The HotKeys on your Notebook PC's keyboard can trigger the following commands: Turns the speaker on or off Turns the speaker volume down Turns the speaker volume up Decreases display brightness Increases display brightness Enables or disables the touchpad Adjusts brightness for the backlit keyboard Toggles the display mode NOTE: Ensure that the second display is connected to your Notebook PC. 36 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... your Notebook PC to sleep Launch Settings Launch File Explorer You can use the Start menu to do these common activities: • Start programs or Windows® apps • Open commonly used programs or Windows® apps • Adjust Notebook PC settings • Get help with the Windows operating system • Turn off your Notebook PC • Log off from Windows or switch to your Notebook PC's programs, Windows® apps, folders, and settings.
... your Notebook PC to sleep Launch Settings Launch File Explorer You can use the Start menu to do these common activities: • Start programs or Windows® apps • Open commonly used programs or Windows® apps • Adjust Notebook PC settings • Get help with the Windows operating system • Turn off your Notebook PC • Log off from Windows or switch to your Notebook PC's programs, Windows® apps, folders, and settings.
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... service personnel. WARNING! Accessing BIOS Enter the BIOS settings by using the function keys of your Notebook PC. We strongly recommend that you turn on or restart your Notebook PC. You may result to run when you change the default BIOS settings except in the Notebook PC. The software that controls the POST is a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests that run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that requires further BIOS settings or updates...
... service personnel. WARNING! Accessing BIOS Enter the BIOS settings by using the function keys of your Notebook PC. We strongly recommend that you turn on or restart your Notebook PC. You may result to run when you change the default BIOS settings except in the Notebook PC. The software that controls the POST is a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests that run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that requires further BIOS settings or updates...
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... menu appears when you enter the BIOS setup program and provides you enter the Advanced startup screen, select Troubleshoot > Advanced options > UEFI Firmware Settings > Restart. When you an overview of the basic system information. To access the Advanced Mode for reference only. BIOS Settings NOTE: The BIOS screens in this section are for the advanced BIOS settings, select Advanced Mode (F7) or press . Notebook PC E-Manual 61 The actual screens may differ by model...
... menu appears when you enter the BIOS setup program and provides you enter the Advanced startup screen, select Troubleshoot > Advanced options > UEFI Firmware Settings > Restart. When you an overview of the basic system information. To access the Advanced Mode for reference only. BIOS Settings NOTE: The BIOS screens in this section are for the advanced BIOS settings, select Advanced Mode (F7) or press . Notebook PC E-Manual 61 The actual screens may differ by model...
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Security This menu allows you to input this before entering BIOS. NOTE: • If you install a User Password, you will be prompted to input this before entering the operating system. • If you install an Administrator Password, you to control the access to your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 63 It also allows you will be prompted to set up the administrator and user password of your Notebook PC's hard disk drive, input/output (I/O) interface, and USB interface.
Security This menu allows you to input this before entering BIOS. NOTE: • If you install a User Password, you will be prompted to input this before entering the operating system. • If you install an Administrator Password, you to control the access to your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 63 It also allows you will be prompted to set up the administrator and user password of your Notebook PC's hard disk drive, input/output (I/O) interface, and USB interface.
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Verify the Notebook PC's exact model then download the latest BIOS file for your Notebook PC then access the BIOS settings. 5. Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to your flash disk drive to a flash disk drive. 3. Restart your model from the ASUS website. 2. Connect your Notebook PC. 4. From the BIOS menu, select Advanced > ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility, then press . 66 Notebook PC E-Manual To update the BIOS: 1.
Verify the Notebook PC's exact model then download the latest BIOS file for your Notebook PC then access the BIOS settings. 5. Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to your flash disk drive to a flash disk drive. 3. Restart your model from the ASUS website. 2. Connect your Notebook PC. 4. From the BIOS menu, select Advanced > ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility, then press . 66 Notebook PC E-Manual To update the BIOS: 1.
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.... Windows® 10 allows you refresh your Notebook PC without affecting personal files (photos, music, videos, documents). This option resets your Notebook PC to a power source before resetting your system. IMPORTANT! • Backup all your data files before doing any of the following recovery options: • Keep my files - Recovering your system Using recovery options on your Notebook PC. • Note down important customized settings such as network settings, user...
.... Windows® 10 allows you refresh your Notebook PC without affecting personal files (photos, music, videos, documents). This option resets your Notebook PC to a power source before resetting your system. IMPORTANT! • Backup all your data files before doing any of the following recovery options: • Keep my files - Recovering your system Using recovery options on your Notebook PC. • Note down important customized settings such as network settings, user...
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... the latest security settings. • Use an anti-virus software to protect your operating systems and other installed applications - Backup data - Log in an external storage drive. • Refrain from using force shutdown to turn off your Notebook PC. • Always backup your data and make it a point to resetting your Notebook PC: - If you are some useful tips that you can follow: • Update Windows® periodically...
... the latest security settings. • Use an anti-virus software to protect your operating systems and other installed applications - Backup data - Log in an external storage drive. • Refrain from using force shutdown to turn off your Notebook PC. • Always backup your data and make it a point to resetting your Notebook PC: - If you are some useful tips that you can follow: • Update Windows® periodically...
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... of your system. You may use the function keys or the display settings in your operating system to adjust the display brightness. • If you are not using any Wi-Fi connection, switch your Notebook PC. How can I maximize my Notebook PC's battery life? Notebook PC E-Manual 73 If the incident continues and subsequently affects system performance, consult an authorized ASUS service center. 2. How can I fix this? You can try...
... of your system. You may use the function keys or the display settings in your operating system to adjust the display brightness. • If you are not using any Wi-Fi connection, switch your Notebook PC. How can I maximize my Notebook PC's battery life? Notebook PC E-Manual 73 If the incident continues and subsequently affects system performance, consult an authorized ASUS service center. 2. How can I fix this? You can try...
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... problem still exists, contact your local ASUS service center for assistance. 5. Why is attached correctly. Press to your touchpad. 6. My battery charge indicator does not light up the speaker volume. • Check if your speakers were set to mute. • Check if a headphone jack is connected to enable your Notebook PC and remove it. 7. You can 't I do if my Notebook PC's power adapter gets lost or my battery stops working...
... problem still exists, contact your local ASUS service center for assistance. 5. Why is attached correctly. Press to your touchpad. 6. My battery charge indicator does not light up the speaker volume. • Check if your speakers were set to mute. • Check if a headphone jack is connected to enable your Notebook PC and remove it. 7. You can 't I do if my Notebook PC's power adapter gets lost or my battery stops working...
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... your operating system package then restart your local ASUS service center for assistance. 3. You can I turn on my screen. When I do when my screen displays this message: "Remove disks or other media. What can try doing any of the following suggestions: • Remove all connected USB devices then restart your Notebook PC. • Remove any optical discs that are inserted correctly then turn on my Notebook PC, the power indicator lights up...
... your operating system package then restart your local ASUS service center for assistance. 3. You can I turn on my screen. When I do when my screen displays this message: "Remove disks or other media. What can try doing any of the following suggestions: • Remove all connected USB devices then restart your Notebook PC. • Remove any optical discs that are inserted correctly then turn on my Notebook PC, the power indicator lights up...
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...keyboard, or press the power button. The monitor is enabled by default. All ASUS products with the ENERGY STAR logo comply with : Japan JIS-C-0950 Material Declarations EU REACH SVHC Korea RoHS Notebook PC E-Manual 93 To wake your computer, click the mouse, press any key on power management and its benefits to design and manufacture our products, and makes... is NOT supported on regulation requirements ASUS is complied with the ENERGY STAR standard, and the power management feature is automatically set to sleep after 30 minutes of user inactivity; In addition, ASUS disclose the ...
...keyboard, or press the power button. The monitor is enabled by default. All ASUS products with the ENERGY STAR logo comply with : Japan JIS-C-0950 Material Declarations EU REACH SVHC Korea RoHS Notebook PC E-Manual 93 To wake your computer, click the mouse, press any key on power management and its benefits to design and manufacture our products, and makes... is NOT supported on regulation requirements ASUS is complied with the ENERGY STAR standard, and the power management feature is automatically set to sleep after 30 minutes of user inactivity; In addition, ASUS disclose the ...